Episode 41: What to Do When You’re Triggered (So You Can Stop Yelling)

Ever feel like you go from calm… to completely dysregulated in seconds—and then spend the rest of the day drowning in guilt afterward?   In this episode, I’m talking honestly about what’s actually happening in your brain and body when you get triggered as a mom. Because the truth is, your reactions aren’t random, and they don’t make you a bad mother.    We dive into the survival brain, nervous system responses, fight/flight/freeze patterns, and why it can feel nearly impossible to stay calm when your child pushes a button you didn’t even realize was there. I’m also sharing practical ways to regulate your body in the moment, slow down the cycle of yelling, and respond with more intention instead of shame.   This conversation is for the mom who’s exhausted from overreacting, replaying the guilt, and wondering why change feels so hard.   In this episode, we talk about: ✨ What your triggers are really trying to tell you ✨ Why your nervous system takes over before logic can kick in ✨ Simple ways to regulate before reacting in the heat of the moment   Healing doesn’t happen through perfection. It happens through awareness, honesty, and grace. If this episode resonated, would you do me a favor? Share this one with a friend who needs to know she’s not alone and not bad for getting triggered. And as always, be sure you’re subscribed to The BAD Mom Show so you don’t miss a thing! New episodes drop every Wednesday. 💛   Connect with me: Instagram: @thetheresatodd Facebook: @thetheresatodd Website: www.thetheresatodd.com